Dr. Joan S. Dipalma MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
Dupont At Jefferson-Chestnut 1015 Chestnut Street Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. Joan Dipalma is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Dipalma specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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- Gastrointestinal Problems (stomach & Intestines)
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